CRITICALLY APPRAISED AS A A DOCUMENTARY THAT MAINTAINS AN UPBEAT AND CELEBRATORY FEEL WHILE TOUCHING ON ISSUES OF GENDER & RACE

“Selena y Los Dinos” is no mere tribute, it is a vibrant argument for Selena’s humanity, as well as her status as a legend”. - Indie Wire
“Director Isabel Castro assembles a tribute that touches on all key biographical beats without seeming prosaic, thanks to archival material that reveals the star’s many facets.” - Variety
“Selena Y Los Dinos maintains an unsurprisingly upbeat, celebratory feel” - Screen Daily
Park City, Utah (January 28, 2025) – This past weekend, the Sundance Film Festival celebrated its 40th anniversary, showcasing a dynamic lineup of documentaries and narratives that explore the lives of legendary artists and groundbreaking genres. Among the standout premieres was SELENA Y LOS DINOS, which made its debut in the U.S. Documentary Competition. The film offers an intimate look at the life and legacy of Selena Quintanilla through never-before-seen archival footage, personal photos, and heartfelt interviews with her family and bandmates.
SELENA Y LOS DINOS takes audiences on a compelling journey through Selena's rise from a young girl in Corpus Christi to a cultural icon whose voice continues to resonate with fans around the world. The documentary, which also touches on issues of race and gender, paints a vivid portrait of Selena's enduring influence, chronicling her career, her impact on Latin music, and the lasting imprint she left on both her community and the world.
Since its premiere, critics have lauded the documentary as one of the most anticipated films of the year, calling it a "must-see" for fans and newcomers alike. The Hollywood Reporter praised the film for asserting Selena’s cultural significance, noting, "While Selena y Los Dinos spell out her legacy, it stands as a deeply affecting documentary that will undoubtedly resonate with her loyal fanbase.” Similarly, IndieWire quoted that the documentary is no mere tribute but rather an argument for Selena’s humanity as well as her status as a legend.
For Immediate Release - Universal Music Group
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